5 Minutes with a Northwest Arkansas Mom: Cyd King

We’ve known Cyd King for many years, first as reporters together at the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. Her daughter recently graduated from college and is heading out on a new adventure soon. We wanted to catch up with Cyd and Carley in this interview:

Daughter’s name and age: Carley Catherine King, 22

How would you describe your family’s “personality”? Loose, fun, evolving

Tell us about your new position at the NWA American Heart Association:

I’m the communications director for the American Heart Association in Northwest Arkansas. My job is to communicate the stories about life and loss in the fight against heart disease and stroke. These stories come with message about prevention and treatment too.

What are some upcoming AHA events?

We will have a Sweetheart Soiree, a “princess party” of sorts, in August (after school starts but before football season starts. TBD). Hosts will be our NWA Sweethearts, sophomore-age girls who spend a school year learning about and raising money for our mission.

How does it feel to be the mama of a recent college graduate?

Bittersweet. She is moving to Los Angeles the first of June, and I’m anticipating some separation anxiety!

Any advice for moms of littles who are in the thick of diapers and tantrums?

Revel in it. I don’t remember a bit of it now except when I see old photos.

Any new places in NWA that you’re loving right now?

Trailside Yoga. Carley and I practice together there. Watching her move and to move with her in unison is very fulfilling.